President Anura Kumara Disanayake, along with his delegation, arrived at Dubai International Airport this afternoon (10) to participate in the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025
President Anura Kumara Disanayake departed the country a short while ago to commence a four-day state visit to the People’s Republic of China
In commemoration of the historic adoption of the United Nations General Assembly resolution declaring 21st December as “World Meditation Day”, the Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in New York hosted the first celebratory event of the core group of countries, on 20th December 2024, to mark the global significance of the practice of Meditation.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake returned to the island yesterday(17) after successfully concluding a three-day official visit to India.
Anura Kumara Dissanayake
President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
Dr. Harini Amarasuriya
Prime Minister of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
Dr. Harini Amarasuriya was sworn-in as the 16th Prime Minister of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka on 24.09.2024. She was nominated by the National People’s Power coalition to the 9th Parliament of Sri Lanka in August 2020.
Esteemed Maha Sangha and Religious Leaders, Parents, Brothers, Sisters and Children;
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the people of this country who have listened to our voices over the decades and breathed life into the programs we proposed.
We believe that the victory you have given us will be even more strengthened if it brings joy to those who may not have agreed with our vision. Therefore, I want to dedicate this victory to all citizens of our nation.
Newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath assumed duties at the Ministry today (25 September 2024) at a simple ceremony. Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane and senior officials of the Ministry were present.
As a Member of Parliament, Minister Herath has represented the Gampaha District since 2000. He had also previously served as the Minister of Cultural Affairs & National Heritage.
Minister Herath holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kelaniya.
